Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on Niger army that killed dozens
Niger is one of several West African countries battling an Islamist insurgency that has spread outwards from Mali over the past 12 years, killing thousands and uprooting millions of people.
Nigerien security forces prepare to disperse pro-junta demonstrators gathered outside the French embassy, in Niamey, the capital city of Niger July 30, 2023. (photo credit: REUTERS/Souleymane Ag Anara)ByREUTERSUpdated: